Russia To Counsel Women Who Reject Childbirth
By Our Correspondent National News – The Russian government has introduced new reproductive health guidelines that recommend referring women who say they do not want children to psychologists. The move is part of a broader strategy by authorities to tackle the country’s declining population and encourage higher birth rates. Under the new policy approved by […]
Sudan’s Drone Strike Kills 17 in Chad Border Town
By Our Correspondent National News – A deadly drone strike linked to the ongoing conflict in Sudan has killed at least 17 people in the border town of Tine in eastern Chad, according to Chadian authorities. The attack, which occurred late Wednesday, is the latest spillover from the civil war raging in Sudan since April […]
Trump Considers Troop Deployment Amid US-Iran Conflict
By Our Correspondent National News – The administration of Donald Trump is reportedly considering deploying thousands of American troops as tensions between the United States and Iran escalate. The proposed military action is aimed at protecting oil shipments moving through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, a major global energy corridor where a large portion […]
Osimhen Faces Surgery After Champions League Arm Fracture
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen may undergo surgery after suffering a fractured arm during UEFA Champions League action between Galatasaray and Liverpool F.C. on Wednesday night. The injury occurred in the Round of 16 second-leg clash, where Liverpool secured a dominant 4-0 victory to eliminate the Turkish champions from the […]
Nigeria Eyes World Relays Glory in Botswana
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigeria is set to chase success at the 2026 World Athletics Relays as its athletes compete at the Lefika International Relays in Botswana on March 28. The Lefika Relays, hosted at the National Stadium, provide an essential platform for Nigerian sprinters to sharpen their performance ahead of the global […]
Super Eagles Unveil New Call-Ups for Friendlies
By Our Correspondent National News – Scotland-based defender Emmanuel Fernandez, Germany-based forward Philip Otele, and KRC Genk winger Yira Sor have been handed their first call-ups to the Super Eagles for this month’s international friendlies against Jordan and Iran. Otele, 26, recently joined Hamburger SV from FC Basel and has already featured in five Bundesliga […]
Troops Kill ISWAP Commanders, 80 Fighters in Borno
By Our Correspondent National News – Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully repelled a coordinated Boko Haram assault in Mallam Fatori, Abadam LGA, Borno State, killing three high-profile commanders and over 80 insurgents. The eliminated leaders include Abdulrahman Gobara, Mallam Ba Yuram, and Abou Ayyuba, who orchestrated the attack. The operation also neutralized other […]
Nigerian Student Arrested in South Africa Over Cocaine
By Our Correspondent National News – A 27-year-old Nigerian student has been arrested in Umbilo, South Africa, for allegedly possessing high-purity cocaine valued at over R600,000 (approximately N49 million). Authorities say the suspect, who entered South Africa on a student visa, may have links to a prior drug-related case in 2025. Police operatives, including the […]
Agege LG Chairman Calls for Youth Inclusion
By Our Correspondent National News – The Chairman of Agege Local Government Area in Lagos State, Abdul-Ganiyu Obasa, has emphasized that youth inclusion in governance is essential for national development. Highlighting the importance of young leaders, Obasa said that “purposeful attention” must be given to the youth, who play a pivotal role in shaping the […]
Lagos Calls for Stakeholder Collaboration on Waste Management
By Our Correspondent National News – The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has emphasised that sustainable waste management in Lagos State can only be achieved through stronger collaboration among residents, government agencies, and private waste operators. The agency urged all stakeholders to adopt responsible waste disposal habits and support the systems already established to manage […]